| Description | Ravintsara has a clear, sharp, fresh aroma. It has cleansing, anti-septic and strongly anti-viral properties and is particularly good for respiratory problems. It is also a great oil for general winter ills. Plant Family: Lauraceae. Country of Origin: Madagascar Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the leaves of... | Grapefruit has a wonderful uplifting aroma, like many of the citrus oils, and is also cleansing, clarifying and refreshing. We have selected this excellent oil for its clean, fresh odour. Grapefruit oil is also great for promoting a 'lightness of spirit' in times of tension and worry. Country of Origin: USA Plant Family:... | Cypress has a woody aroma and is strongly anti-septic and astringent. The Chinese consider the Cypress nuts very nutritious and of benefit for chest complaints. Due to it's antirheumatic properties, the oil has also been used for joint pain. Country of Origin: Spain Plant Family: Cupressaceae Method of Extraction: The... | Sweet Thyme has a clean, herbaceous, green aroma and is very useful during bouts of illness. It is a great oil for lethargy, digestive problems and respiratory conditions. Country of Origin: Spain Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae). Method of Extraction: The oil is produced by steam-distillation of the leaves and flowering tops. Main Theraputic Properties:... |
Bergamot is strongly antiseptic and uplifting, has a sweet fruity, citrus aroma and is clear in colour. Bergamot is the perfect oil to help lift that Monday-morning feeling any day of the week! The bergaptene content of this oil causes photosensitivity in sunlight. It is recommended for use…
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Basil is a stimulating and clearing oil, useful when concentration is needed or when feeling tired and sluggish. It has a stimulating effect on the brain and nervous system; thus, it is great for nervous debility, poor concentration and mental fatigue. Did you know: Basil has been used as a culinary and…
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| Content | Ravintsara has a clear, sharp, fresh aroma. It has cleansing, anti-septic and strongly anti-viral properties and is particularly good for respiratory problems. It is also a great oil for general winter ills.
Plant Family: Lauraceae.
Country of Origin: Madagascar
Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the tree.
Main Theraputic Properties: Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Antifungal, Antiviral, Immune tonic, Decongestant.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Oil Apperance: Pale to Colourless.
Chakra: Heart .
Chinese Element: Metal & Fire.
This oil is often used to stem cold and flu like symptoms thanks to its antibacterial and antiviral properties. It is a very versatile oil, and like Lavender, works well blended with other oils and is a very safe oil making it suitable for children.
Use as an inhalent to encourage easy breathing for all the family.
Ravintsara is a tall forest tree native to Madagascar with some cultivation on the islands of Reunion and Mauritius. All parts of the tree are aromatic and have been used by local people both in antiquity and current times. | Grapefruit has a wonderful uplifting aroma, like many of the citrus oils, and is also cleansing, clarifying and refreshing. We have selected this excellent oil for its clean, fresh odour. Grapefruit oil is also great for promoting a 'lightness of spirit' in times of tension and worry.
Country of Origin: USA
Plant Family: Rutaceae
Method of Extraction: The oil is produced through a cold expression of the peel of the fruit.
Main Theraputic Properties: Antiseptic, Digestive stimulant, Lymphatic decongestant.
Contraindications: Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and sunbed rays for 12 hours after application (phototoxic).
Oil Appearance: Yellow-Green.
Chakra: Solar Plexus & Sacral.
Chinese Element: Wood (& Earth)
Grapefruit comes from a cultivated tree that grows up to 10 meters in height.
Grapefruit has a fresh, sweet, clean citrus scent. The main origins for Grapefruit are Italy, Israel and USA, though now South Africa is coming strongly into the market. We have selected this excellent American product for its clean, fresh odour.
If you need a pick-me-up first thing in the morning, try adding 3 drops of Grapefruit, 2 drops of Rosemary and 1 drop of Bergamot, blended in a teaspoon of Sweet Almond oil, to a bath. Alternatively stir the same essential oils into a dose of unfragranced shower gel.
To improve the appearance of cellulite, blend 3 drops of Grapefruit and 3 drops of Juniperberry with 15ml of Coconut oil and massage the area vigorously. Always try to work in the direction of the heart.
In a burner or diffuser, Grapefruit blends well with the other citrus oils and herbs such as Rosemary, Clary Sage, Thyme or Lavender.
| Cypress has a woody aroma and is strongly anti-septic and astringent. The Chinese consider the Cypress nuts very nutritious and of benefit for chest complaints. Due to it's antirheumatic properties, the oil has also been used for joint pain.
Country of Origin: Spain
Plant Family: Cupressaceae
Method of Extraction: The oil is distilled from the leaves and twigs of the Cypress tree.
Main Theraputic Properties: Antirheumatic, Antispasmodic, Calmative, Neurotonic, Astringent.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Did you know: Cypress has been associated to the planet Pluto, a symbol in astrology of psychological transformation and inner renewal.
Chakra: Base & Heart.
Chinese Element: Metal (& Water)
The Cypress tree is an evergreen conifer which grows to a height of up to 45 meters.
Much of the production is from pruning the trees that are used as windbreaks in the Mediterranean area.
Because of its woody, balsamic smell, Cypress is used extensively in men's toiletries and is therefore popular as an ingredient in home-made blends.
For a light, aftershave facial oil, blend 15ml of Jojoba oil with 2 drops of Cypress, 2 drops of Sandalwood and 1 drop of Bergamot. Apply sparingly.
Too enthusiastic at the gym?! Add 2 drops of Cypress, 2 drops of Rosemary and 1 drop of Lavender to a bowl of boiling water. Lay a folded flannel in the water, wring and place it on the aching area. Alternatively, blend the above oils with a teaspoon of Peach Kernel oil and stir it into a warm bath.
| Sweet Thyme has a clean, herbaceous, green aroma and is very useful during bouts of illness. It is a great oil for lethargy, digestive problems and respiratory conditions.
Country of Origin: Spain
Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae).
Method of Extraction: The oil is produced by steam-distillation of the leaves and flowering tops.
Main Theraputic Properties: Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Anti-infectious, Neurotonic, Digestive stimulant, Antirheumatic.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Chakra: Base & Heart.
Chinese Element: Water & Metal.
The distillation of the oil is mainly undertaken in Spain, but also occurs elsewhere in the Mediterranean region.There are many different species of Thyme and within Thymus Vulgaris there are a variety of chemotypes that change the constituent make-up of the oil significantly.
The most common chemotypes are "Thymol" and "Carvacrol", which contain high levels of toxic Phenols (up to 60% Thymol and Carvacrol). Absolute Aromas offers "Sweet Thyme", which is sweeter, less toxic and less irritant than the Thymol and Carvacrol types, with a maximum 3% concentration of these components.
Try adding 1 drop each of Thyme, Lemon and Rosemary to the water in an oil burner to help create a 'germ-free zone' during times of family ills.
Blend 2 drops of Thyme, 3 drops of Geranium and 1 drop of Palmarosa in a teaspoon of Peach Kernel oil. Use as a body massage oil to help you get back on your feet after illness or if you are feeling run-down.
| Bergamot is strongly antiseptic and uplifting, has a sweet fruity, citrus aroma and is clear in colour. Bergamot is the perfect oil to help lift that Monday-morning feeling any day of the week! The bergaptene content of this oil causes photosensitivity in sunlight.
It is recommended for use in massage only by qualified aromatherapists but is ideal for the home oil burner/diffuser. Absolute Aromas also stocks a bergaptene-free Bergamot, known as Bergamot FCF, which is safer for use on the skin.
Use in a burner to cleanse and uplift a room's atmosphere. Experiment by blending with the other citrus oils, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Lavender or Clary Sage.
Country of Origin: Sicily.
Plant Family: Rutaceae.
Method of Extraction: The oil is expressed from the peel of the Bergamot fruit.
Properties: Bergamot is strongly antiseptic.
Contraindications: Photosensitive, not for use on skin before sun exposure.
Did you know: It is well known as an ingredient in Earl Grey Tea.
Oil Appearence: Clear.
| Basil is a stimulating and clearing oil, useful when concentration is needed or when feeling tired and sluggish. It has a stimulating effect on the brain and nervous system; thus, it is great for nervous debility, poor concentration and mental fatigue.
Did you know: Basil has been used as a culinary and medicinal herb for centuries and is one of the main ingredients in Pesto, an Italian sauce from Genoa.
Basil will grow up to 50cm in height. This low growing herb has green leaves and small white flowers.
Clear, sweet, spicy and yellowish in colour. There are approximately 5 types of Basil essential oil on the market today. We have selected a True Sweet Basil Oil (Ocimum Basilicum) known as Linalol type. This is the safest and most pleasant of the Basil oils used in Aromatherapy.
To create an atmosphere for focus and study, try adding 1 drop of Basil, 3 drops of Lemon and 1 drop of Peppermint to some water in an oil burner.
A blend of 1 drop each of Basil and Lavender in 10ml of Sweet Almond oil makes a good abdomen massage oil. Always massage the abdomen in a clockwise direction.
Country of Origin: Egypt.
Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Method of Extraction: The oil is produced by steam distillation of the leaves and flowering tops.
Main Therapeutic Properties: Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Digestive Stimulant, Neurotonic, Stomachic, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anticatarrhal.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Chakra: Brow
Chinese Element: Earth |
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